I have struggled with insomnia since I was very young. Like many chronic overthinkers, I tend to fall asleep better when my mind is occupied with something else, like podcasts, YouTube compilations, or my personal favorite: rain sounds. But headphones can be uncomfortable and playing audio loudly isn’t very considerate when I’m staying at my partner’s house.
That’s why I was excited by the news Peace Duo Under-Pillow Speaker by Jabees.
Launched last month, this ultra-thin speaker uses bone conduction technology—which sends vibrations through your skull directly into your inner ear—to transmit sound through your pillow and into your ear privately. Just place it under your pillow and listen to it while you drift off.
In my tests, I found the Peace Duo to be so subtle that I almost forgot it was there. I mainly used the built-in sleep sounds, which come preloaded on a micro SD card with four hours of soothing soundscapes, including gentle waves, light rain, thundering rain, and gentle wind. For more personal content, the Peace Duo also offers Bluetooth connectivity so you can connect your phone and stream your favorite audio.
Battery life is another highlight. A single charge lasts up to ten nights of one-hour listening, so you won’t have to remember another device that requires a nightly charge. The collapsible design also makes it easy to fit into the included magnetic fabric travel pouch.
There is one important caveat: it does not work well with thick memory foam pillows. Unfortunately, that’s what I usually use, so I switched to a regular cotton pad and the sound came through clearly. (The company claims that thinner memory foam pillows should work fine.)
Priced at $59.99, the Peace Duo comes in two colors: Sunrise Yellow and Mist Green. It also offers personalization. Users can swap out the magnetic frames for custom images and even add their names, making it a great gift for families, students, or anyone who needs extra help getting a restful night’s sleep.
The Peace Duo won’t cure insomnia, but it’s a practical, discreet sleep gadget — and for what the company charges, it’s a small price to pay for a decent night’s sleep.
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